South Africa

Indians Largely Unaware of Climate Change

Most likely to say developed and emerging economies should cut emissions

January 19, 2010

Although India has emerged as a key player in global climate negotiations, a Gallup survey conducted shortly before the Copenhagen summit last month finds the average Indian remains largely unaware of climate change. Further, Indians are divided on their government’s efforts to reduce emissions.More ...

Rape Troubles Nearly All in South Africa

Nearly all call it a major problem; more than one in four seek death penalty for offenders

October 22, 2009

A Gallup survey of South Africa reaffirms the extent to which the issue of rape plagues South Africa -- with 97% of residents saying it is a major problem in their country. Roughly 6 in 10 (61%) say offenders should be punished with a jail sentence, but more than one in four say the crime merits the death penalty.More ...

South Africans Optimistic About Local Entrepreneurship

More respondents say it’s easier to start and protect a business

August 11, 2009

Despite the country’s economic slowdown, 80% of South Africans continue to say their city or area is a good place for entrepreneurs forming a new business -- staying at the high level Gallup recorded in 2007 before the economic collapse.More ...

In South Africa, High Level of Confidence in Judiciary

80% trust courts and judges to be independent from outside pressure

October 6, 2008

South Africa’s president resigned recently after allegations that he had interfered in his political rival’s corruption and fraud case. Gallup Poll findings, which predate these events, show that a substantial majority (80%) of South Africans trust their judicial system is independent.More ...

Gallup Glance Around the Globe

September 23, 2008

Data-driven insights into the proposed U.S. government bailout plan, the hotel bombing in Pakistan, main street’s reaction to the U.S. financial crisis, and the resignation of South Africa's president.

South Africans' Worries Translate to Violence

May 21, 2008

South Africans are launching attacks against immigrants in their country, blaming them for worsening social problems. Just a year ago, however, 61% of South Africans said their country was a good place for immigrants.

Perceptions of Safety Decline in South Africa

More respondents report being crime victims this year

December 11, 2007

Gallup finds a noticeable decline in perceptions of safety in South Africa in the last year. While South Africans report relatively high levels of personal experience of crime, Gallup notes that citizens of the southern Africa region report similar, if not higher, levels.More ...

How Do African Populations View the Two "Giants" in Their Midst?

Overall, South Africa's leadership viewed more positively than Nigeria's

October 31, 2006

Nigeria and South Africa may both evolve into crucial hubs of future African development. Currently, South Africa's leadership is viewed more favorably across sub-Saharan Africa. However, ratings vary considerably by Africans' proximity to each country.More ...